Events
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'Salvador Dali - Make Me Hot'
Presented by WELLFLEET HARBOR ACTORS THEATER May 26-June 9, 2012 This play is written by Jose Rivera and will be produced by W.H.A.T.'s artistic director, Dan Lombardo. Rivera’s magical masterpiece finds Gabriela talking to the moon – played by a man in a Panama hat playing a violin on her refrigerator. When her husband Benito returns from war, the limits of love are tested, the desert comes alive like a surreal Dali painting, and Gabriela’s housecat dances with a wily coyote. In this comic drama, the moon hovers over all, offering...
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WELLFLEET HARBOR ACTORS THEATER |
05/26/12 -
06/09/12 |
Wellfleet Harbors Actor Theater, Wellfleet |
13, The Musical
Presented by NextDoor Theater at NextDoor Theater June 8-June 10, 2012 The story concerns the life of 13-year-old Evan Goldman as he moves from New York City to Appleton, Indiana, and his dilemma when the move conflicts with the celebration of his Bar Mitzvah.
Come see this incredible cast of local teen talent!
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NextDoor Theater |
06/08/12 -
06/10/12 |
NextDoor Theater, Winchester |
A (Re)Movable Feast
Presented by Boston Babydolls Burlesque at The Davis Square Theater June 8-June 9, 2012 The Boston Babydolls (winners of The Boston Phoenix's Reader Poll three years in a row!) present a menu of hot, fresh, burlesque routines all based on that most primal of needs... appetite. Food will fly, drinks will splash, and waitresses will offer full-service in this sexy, funny, revue.
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Boston Babydolls Burlesque |
06/08/12 -
06/09/12 |
The Davis Square Theater , Somerville |
A Christmas Carol
Presented by The Hanover Theatre at The Hanover Theatre December 15-December 23, 2012 "God Bless us, everyone!" Continue our family holiday tradition and start getting in the holiday spirit with Troy Siebels' adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic tale. You know the story, you love the message of Christmas redemption, and the love for mankind that the season brings. Join us for our 5th annual spectacular production of Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
A Christmas Carol is available as a special add-on for Broadway subscribers until June 15, 2012.
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The Hanover Theatre |
12/15/12 -
12/23/12 |
The Hanover Theatre, Worcester |
A Spring Bouquet of Show Tunes and Popular Favorites
Presented by The Paul Madore Chorale June 2, 2012 The Paul Madore Chorale will be presenting A Spring Bouquet of Show Tunes and Popular Favorites on June 2. The concert will include selections from Fiddler on the Roof, Phantom of the Opera, and Guys and Dolls, as well as other all-time favorites. Concert soloists will be drawn from the chorale membership.
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The Paul Madore Chorale |
06/02/12 |
St. Anne Church, Salem |
A Woodland Cinderella by Deborah Costine, Puppeteer!
Presented by Puppet Showplace Theatre at Puppet Showplace Theatre June 7-June 9, 2012 In this original version of Cinderella, the King of all Woodland Fairies wants his son to marry a fairy princess, but he knows that they are very hard to find. So the King hosts a great ball and commands all the young fairy maidens to attend. He hopes that the missing fern fairy princess will come. Will he find her?
Recommended for ages 3 & up.
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Puppet Showplace Theatre |
06/07/12 -
06/09/12 |
Puppet Showplace Theatre, Brookline |
AHA! Night (art, history and architecture)
Presented by AHA! (art. history and architecture) May 14, 2009 - Ongoing AHA! takes place every 2nd Thursday and is a FREE art and culture event that features exhibits, performances, live music, talks and tours in downtown New Bedford.
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AHA! (art. history and architecture) |
05/14/09 -
Ongoing |
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All the Single Ladies
Presented by Improv Asylum February 11-October 20, 2012 "All the Single Ladies" is the latest production from Boston's award-winning Improv Asylum, offering Bachelorette Parties and Girls Nights Out groups a wild night of comedy, dancing and a whole lot of naughtiness.
Over the course of the show, four friends set out for one last wild night out before one of them gets married. After a few drinks, old feuds and new secrets threaten their good time, and only some songs and dancing can help them work through it. The...
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Improv Asylum |
02/11/12 -
10/20/12 |
Parris Room at Ned Devine's, Boston |
American Idiot
Presented by The Hanover Theatre at The Hanover Theatre February 1-February 3, 2013 Direct from Broadway, the smash-hit musical AMERICAN IDIOT tells the story of three lifelong friends, forced to choose between their dreams and the safety of suburbia. Their quest for true meaning in a post 9/11 world leads them on the most exhilarating theatrical journey of the season.
Based on Green Day’s GRAMMY® Award-winning multi-platinum album, AMERICAN IDIOT boldly takes the American musical where it’s never gone before. The result is an experience Charles...
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The Hanover Theatre |
02/01/13 -
02/03/13 |
The Hanover Theatre, Worcester |
And a Nightingale Sang
Presented by Wellesley Summer Theatre Company at Ruth Nagel Jones Theatre May 24-June 24, 2012 A British family struggles to hold together in the midst of the chaos of World War II in this bittersweet comedy. The play is a nostalgic romp through life on the home front with a quirky cast of lovable characters. Touching and funny in equal measure, the story revels in the universal truth of the strength of family.
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Wellesley Summer Theatre Company |
05/24/12 -
06/24/12 |
Ruth Nagel Jones Theatre, Wellesley |
And A Nightingale Sang
Presented by The Arts at Wellesley May 24-June 24, 2012 A British family struggles to hold together in the midst of World War II's chaos in this bittersweet comedy. It's a nostalgic romp through life on the homefront with a quirky cast of lovable characters. Touching and funny in equal measure, the story glories in the universal truth of the strength of family.
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The Arts at Wellesley |
05/24/12 -
06/24/12 |
Diane Chapman Walsh Alumnae Auditorium, Wellesley |
Anthony Rapp WITHOUT YOU: A Memoir with Music
June 19-June 24, 2012 See the show the New York Times calls "Deeply Moving!" before it heads to London and support Shakespeare on the Common.
CSC Alum Anthony Rapp and Artistic Director Steven Maler have teamed up to adapt Rapp's New York Times best-selling memoir to the stage. The one-man show follows Rapp's turbulent journey through the convergence of two life-changing events: the early days of Rent - including the untimely passing of Jonathan Larson - and the illness and death of his...
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06/19/12 -
06/24/12 |
The Modern Theatre at Suffolk University, Boston |
Arts Alive Festival '12
Presented by ArtsFalmouth June 22-June 24, 2012 A 3-day celebration of the arts in Falmouth and the Upper Cape. Continuous entertainment - over 60 performances of Theater, Spoken Word, Dance and Music for all tastes - jazz, classical, folk and fiddle, show tunes and a special Rock Fest Saturday Night, 6 to 9 PM 50 + artisans and crafts people display and sell their wares’ All free and everyone welcome – rain or shine
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ArtsFalmouth |
06/22/12 -
06/24/12 |
Falmouth Library lawn, Falmouth |
Avenue Q
Presented by The Lyric Stage Company of Boston at The Lyric Stage Company May 11-June 9, 2012 Music and Lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx
Book by Jeff Whitty
Part flesh (humans), part felt (puppets), and packed with heart (universal), Avenue Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. There, he meets the girl next door, a Republican, an internet sexpert, and Gary Coleman (need we say more?), along with other colorful types who help Princeton...
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The Lyric Stage Company of Boston |
05/11/12 -
06/09/12 |
The Lyric Stage Company, Boston |
Behind the Curtain with The Boston Opera House and MAMMA MIA!
Presented by Boston Center for Adult Education June 20, 2012 The Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE) is continuing its popular “Behind the Curtain” series with an exclusive look into The Boston Opera House and the award-winning musical MAMMA MIA! The series, which has already gone inside the Boston Ballet’s performance of Romeo and Juliet and the Boston Opera House’s production of South Pacific, is aimed at showing students Boston’s historic theaters and revealing what happens behind the scenes of world-class...
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Boston Center for Adult Education |
06/20/12 |
The Boston Opera House , Boston |
Billy Elliot the Musical
Presented by Broadway In Boston at Boston Opera House July 24-August 19, 2012 Billy Elliot the Musical is the joyous celebration of one boy's journey to make his dreams come true. Set in a small town, the story follows Billy as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, discovering a surprising passion that inspires his family and his whole community. A big musical with an even bigger heart, Billy Elliot will enchant the dreamer in all of us. Based on the international smash-hit film, Billy Elliot is brought to life by a phenomenal cast and the Tony...
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Broadway In Boston |
07/24/12 -
08/19/12 |
Boston Opera House, Boston |
Blue Man Group
Presented by Blue Man Group at The Charles Playhouse May 14, 2002 - Ongoing It’s new. It’s cool. BLUE MAN GROUP has updated the wildly popular theatrical show in Boston! Taking a closer look at the technology that both surrounds and isolates us, BLUE MAN GROUP showcases technogeek ingenuity while uniting the audience in primal, collective exhilaration. Signature BLUE MAN GROUP moments combine with breathtakingly fun new pieces for an explosive evening of entertainment.
*Blue Man Group is on an open run at the Charles Playhouse.
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Blue Man Group |
05/14/02 -
Ongoing |
The Charles Playhouse, Boston |
Blue Man Group
Presented by The Hanover Theatre at The Hanover Theatre June 8-June 10, 2012 BLUE MAN GROUP will thrill Worcester with its high-octane theatrical experience. Escape the ordinary and surround yourself in an explosion of comedy, music, and technology. If you’ve never seen BLUE MAN GROUP , it’s a must-see. If you’re already a fan, don’t miss it.
BLUE MAN GROUP is best known for their wildly popular theatrical shows and concerts which combine music, comedy and multimedia theatrics to produce a totally unique form of entertainment. Although it is...
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The Hanover Theatre |
06/08/12 -
06/10/12 |
The Hanover Theatre, Worcester |
Book Of Mormon
Presented by Broadway In Boston at Boston Opera House April 9-April 28, 2013 Nine 2011 Tony Awards® say it’s the Best Musical of the Year. Vogue says, “It’s the funniest musical of all time.” And The New York Times says, “It’s the best musical of this century.” It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the Broadway phenomenon from South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone and Avenue Q co-creator Robert Lopez. The Daily Show’s Jon Stewart calls it “A crowning achievement. So good, it makes me angry.” Contains...
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Broadway In Boston |
04/09/13 -
04/28/13 |
Boston Opera House, Boston |
Boston Comedy Fest Winner, The Today Show, Comedy Central's DAVE RUSSO
Presented by Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons at Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons June 8-June 9, 2012 Dave Russo is a comedian like no other. He's a diminutive guy with a big voice, who's high energy act never fails to leave audiences doubled over in laughter. Dave has yet to meet a crowd that he can't win over with his charm and upbeat attitude.
His quick wit and clever improvisation skills keep audiences on their toes, never sure where Dave's mind will ricochet to next. His artful storytelling, combined with his flair for theatrics, has entertained audiences around the country.
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Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons |
06/08/12 -
06/09/12 |
Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons, Boston |
Boston Pride 2012 presents Pam Ann
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 7, 2012 PAM ANN, a female stand up comic in the tradition of Lenny Bruce, takes you on a wildcat journey from boarding to landing. Prepare to be flown like you've never been flown before! Pam Ann guides you through the conundrums of air travel, skewers the quirks of some of the biggest international airlines and mixes in a stiff cocktail of camp, humour and mines the dark side of fabulous even Madonna is a huge fan, describing PAM as "cruelly funny".
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The Wilbur Theatre |
06/07/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Boston Summer Arts Weekend
Presented by Boston Globe & WGBH at Copley Square July 27-July 29, 2012 The Boston Globe and WGBH have teamed up to create the inaugural Summer Arts Weekend in Boston. Presented by Citizens Bank, this weekend event will celebrate the arts with a free festival on Copley Square in the Back Bay on July 27-29, special offers around the city, and a series of ticketed unique performances.
With music ranging from classical and jazz to bluegrass and soul, dramatic theater and street performers, Summer Arts Weekend will showcase Boston's thriving arts community by...
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Boston Globe & WGBH |
07/27/12 -
07/29/12 |
Copley Square, Boston |
Boston' Longest Running Open Mike Pro/Am
Presented by Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons at Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons November 7, 2010-November 17, 2013 800-401-2221 www.beantowncomedy.com $15
OPEN MIKE NIGHT
Dane Cook, Joe Rogan, Bob Kelly, Lewie CK, Bill Burr, John Pennete & More Started Here!
Everyone knows someone who could do my job or could do it better. It just takes a few drinks. Come do your 5 minutes to get your 15 minutes of Fame. Different headliners and special guest each week. call 800-401-2221 for info and to schedule a spot.
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Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons |
11/07/10 -
11/17/13 |
Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons, Boston |
British Street party in the New World
Presented by The Old State House Museum June 3, 2012 The British have a grand tradition of marking national events - decorating the alleyways with flags and bunting, and bringing tables of food and drink out into the streets to celebrate with neighbors. The Bostonian Society and the British Consul invite the public to the Old State House to join The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee festivities – donuts and cake for 200 guests, traditional live music, Shakespeare performances, Red Coat reenactors, and more.
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The Old State House Museum |
06/03/12 |
The Old State House, Boston |
Bye Bye Liver: The Boston Drinking Play
Presented by Oberon May 12-December 22, 2012 Between the iconic Cheers bar and the Sam Adams brewery, it’s no secret that Bostonians like to drink. But now, drinkers don’t have to choose between a getting hammered and getting cultured. BYE BYE LIVER: The Drinking Play will be peforming every Saturday at 8:00pm at OBERON (2 Arrow Street, Cambridge, MA 02138). Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online at: http://www.cluboberon.com/
Originating in Chicago, BYE BYE LIVER is currently running in 8 cities across...
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Oberon |
05/12/12 -
12/22/12 |
Oberon, Boston |
CAR TALK: THE MUSICAL!!!
Presented by Central Square Theater at Central Square Theater June 14-July 15, 2012 A new musical comedy inspired by the legendary NPR Radio show, performed only blocks from where Click and Clack, the Tappet Brothers, opened their Good News Garage in Central Square, Cambridge, MA. Rusty Fenders, a hapless middle-aged owner of a terminally ill ‘93 Kia, falls in love with Miata C. LaChassis, who guides him to the Emerald Garage, home of the Wizard of Cahs. Exploring our romantic obsession with the automobile, ultimately, the world of Car Talk: The Musical!!! is just...
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Central Square Theater |
06/14/12 -
07/15/12 |
Central Square Theater, Cambridge |
Carnival
Presented by Gloucester Stage Company at Gloucester Stage July 5-July 22, 2012 Music and Lyrics by Bob Merrill
Book by Michael Stewart
Directed by Eric C. Engel
Music Direction by Todd C. Gordon
Join Carrot Top the puppet, Marco the Magnificent, and the rest of the 'Carnival' cast as they reveal that, indeed, "Love Makes the World Go 'Round." Alternating between the dark and the delightful, this rarely performed musical reacquaints us with a host of spirit-lifting melodies and soul-searching ballads. Ideal for all ages. Talk...
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Gloucester Stage Company |
07/05/12 -
07/22/12 |
Gloucester Stage, Gloucester |
CHRIS ZITO'S Weekly Thursday Comedy Sandbox
Presented by Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons at Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons September 22, 2011-August 30, 2012 Zito was an integral part of the early Boston Comedy scene which gave the nation so many of it’s comedy’s greats. Chris traces his roots back to the infamous Ding Ho with Lenny Clarke, Steve Sweeney, Barry Crimmins, Stephen Wright and the birth of the Boston Comedy Club scene, He and his partner Steve Bean made up the first successful comedy duo “Zito & Bean” and together they hosted a weekly show at “ “Play it Again Sam’s” for over two...
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Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons |
09/22/11 -
08/30/12 |
Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons, Boston |
Circus Smirkus 2012 Big Top Tour: Topsy Turvy Time Travel
Presented by CIRCUS SMIRKUS August 3-August 4, 2012 The international, award-winning, traveling youth circus features kids – ages 11 to 18 – on high-wire and trapeze, as clowns, jugglers, acrobats and more. This year's show is "Topsy Turvy Time Travel: A Blast from the Past & Fun from the Future." Hop aboard our circus-powered time machine for a tantalizing trip through time! Arc the ages with acrobats, soar centuries with aerialists, jump decades with jugglers, and discover playful, preposterous, pre-HYSTERIC...
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CIRCUS SMIRKUS |
08/03/12 -
08/04/12 |
Manter Field, Newbury |
Circus Smirkus 2012 Big Top Tour: Topsy Turvy Time Travel
Presented by CIRCUS SMIRKUS at Gore Place July 26-July 29, 2012 The international, award-winning, traveling youth circus features kids – ages 11 to 18 – on high-wire and trapeze, as clowns, jugglers, acrobats and more. This year's show is "Topsy Turvy Time Travel: A Blast from the Past & Fun from the Future." Hop aboard our circus-powered time machine for a tantalizing trip through time! Arc the ages with acrobats, soar centuries with aerialists, jump decades with jugglers, and discover playful, preposterous, pre-HYSTERIC...
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CIRCUS SMIRKUS |
07/26/12 -
07/29/12 |
Gore Place, Waltham |